Nobody ever told the ancient Egyptians: ‘You can’t take it with you.’

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Ancient Egyptian rulers went off into the afterlife in style. They buried their fortune, favorite food and staffers with them. But if the billionaires of today -- say, someone like PayPal founder Peter Thiel -- were to pull off a similar feat, they'd find their ambitious pyramid-shaped tombs looking not so great after all. Turns out, a flashy send-off into eternity's gonna cost you. The Filthy Rich Guide All New Tuesdays 10P ET